36 Forbes Street

There are homes that impress at first glance, and then there are homes that leave a lasting feeling long after you've walked through the front door. Lovingly renovated as a forever home, this exceptional Queenslander has been thoughtfully reimagined with an unwavering focus on comfort, flexibility and longevity. Every decision has been made with family living in mind-not simply to create a beautiful home, but one that genuinely enhances the way people live together. Beautifully preserved character features, warm timber flooring, traditional VJ walls and soaring ceilings celebrate the home's timeless charm, while an intelligent redesign introduces effortless indoor-outdoor flow, multiple living zones and a remarkable sense of space rarely found in Brisbane's inner city. Whether accommodating a growing family, welcoming ageing parents, creating independence for teenagers or simply enjoying generous everyday living, the home's versatile floorplan adapts with ease. Configured as five generous bedrooms with the flexibility for a sixth, the residence offers three bathrooms, three-car accommodation and the rare ability to function as genuine dual living. With separate entrances to both levels and lockable internal access between upstairs and downstairs, the home has been carefully planned for multigenerational living without compromising privacy. Downstairs features an expansive living area complete with a well-appointed kitchenette and laundry, while the upper level enjoys its own beautifully appointed kitchen, additional laundry facilities and seamless connection to outdoor entertaining. Rather than focusing on cosmetic improvements alone, the owners invested where it truly matters. Premium hot water system, EV charging infrastructure to both the garage and carport, rooftop solars with high-capacity batteries, extensive electrical upgrades and carefully considered improvements throughout reflect a commitment to quality that extends well beyond what can be seen. Outside, multiple entertaining spaces invite everything from quiet morning coffees to large family celebrations, all framed by established greenery and a wonderfully private setting that feels remarkably peaceful despite being moments from the city. Positioned within one of West End's most tightly held river precincts, this address places an exceptional lifestyle at your doorstep. Orleigh Park, the Brisbane River, CityCat ferry, CityGlider services, renowned cafés, restaurants, weekend markets and riverside walking paths are all just a short stroll away, while Brisbane State High School catchment, West End State School, South Bank, the CBD and The University of Queensland remain effortlessly accessible. Homes of this calibre are exceptionally difficult to replicate-not because of their renovation alone, but because they have been created with genuine foresight, care and an understanding that great homes should continue serving families for decades to come. This is more than a beautifully renovated Queenslander. It is the kind of home that welcomes every stage of life. Property Highlights -Beautifully renovated Queenslander designed as a forever family home -Five generous bedrooms with flexibility for a sixth bedroom -Three beautifully appointed bathrooms -Secure accommodation for three vehicles -Thoughtfully designed for genuine multigenerational or dual living -Separate external access to both levels with lockable internal staircase -Downstairs living complete with spacious kitchenette and laundry -Additional upstairs laundry and full family kitchen -Multiple indoor and outdoor living and entertaining spaces -Original character beautifully preserved with timber floors, VJ walls and high ceilings -Premium hot water system and extensive behind-the-scenes upgrades -High-speed Telstra Velocity FTTP internet -Rooftop solar and high capacity batteries -EV charging available to both garage and carport -Reverse-cycle air conditioning and quality appointments throughout -Brisbane State High School and West End State School catchments -Walking distance to Orleigh Park, Brisbane River, CityCat, CityGlider, Montague Markets, cafés and restaurants -Approximately 3km to Brisbane CBD and moments to South Bank and UQ Disclaimer We have in preparing this advertisement used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this advertisement.